Trade name: Prestop Mix

Date:11.6.2012 Former date: 20.5.2009

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SAFETY DATA SHEET / INFORMATION FORM FOR CHEMICALS DATA

Date:11.6.2012Former date:20.5.2009

1.IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1Identification of the substance or preparation

Trade name

Prestop Mix

Code of the preparation

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Reach registration number

Not applicable.

1.2Use of the substance/preparation

1.2.1The uses of the chemical

Prestop Mix contains spores and mycelium of a natural soil fungus. The product is used for the control

of fungal pathogens, such as Pythium and Rhizoctonia, causing damping-off and root diseases in

vegetables, herbs and ornamentals, in peat or other organic substrates. Delivered by pollinators, it is also used for the control of Botrytis infection on strawberry.

1.2.2Classification of economic activities (NACE) / A 011
1.2.3Use categories (UC62) / Plant Protection Products 38
1.2.4The chemical can be used by the general public
1.2.5The chemical is used by the general public only
1.3Company/undertaking identification

1.3.1Manufacturer, importer, other undertaking

VERDERA OY

1.3.2Contact information:

Street address / Kurjenkellontie 5 B
Postcode and post office / FI-02270 Espoo, FINLAND
Post-office box / P.O.Box 5
Postcode and post office / FI-02271 Espoo, FINLAND
Telephone number / +358 10 217 3700
Telefax / +358 10 217 3711
E-mail address
Y code / FI02209174

1.3.3Information on theforeign manufacturer

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1.4Emergency telephone

1.4.1Telephone number, name and address

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2.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

May cause sensitization by skin contact.

3.COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1Hazardous ingredients
3.1.1 CAS/EC number and the Registration number / 3.1.2 Name of the ingredient / 3.1.3 Concentration / 3.1.4 Classification (symbol letters and R phrases)and other data on the ingredient
Reg. number in Finland 1898 / Dried spores and mycelium of Gliocladium catenulatum J1446 / 1E07 cfu/1g of the product
3.1.5There has been a request for confidentiality of a substance
according to Annex 2 of the decree
3.1.6A substance not dangerous has been indicated as confidential

3.1.7Other information

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4.FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1Special instructions

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4.2Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air. Obtain medical attention.

4.3Skin contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water.

If skin irritation persists, consult a physician.

4.4Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

If eye irritation persists, consult a physician.

4.5Ingestion

Immediately give plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Induce vomiting immediately and call a physician.

4.6Information for a doctor or other professionals giving first aid

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5.FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1Suitable extinguishing media

Water.

5.2Extinguishing media which shall not be used for safety reasons

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5.3Special exposure hazards in a fire

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5.4Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

In case of fire, wear a self contained breathing apparatus and a protective suit.

5.5Other instructions

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6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1Personal precautions

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Use personal protective equipment.

6.2Environmental precautions

The active substance is a common, naturally occurring soil microbe.

6.3Methods for cleaning up

Use personal protective equipment. Pick-up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Shovel into suitable container for disposal. Dispose of in compliance with local and national regulations.

6.4Other instructions

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7.HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1Handling

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe dust/spray mist. Wear personal protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection when handling the product. Wash hands and face with soap and water before breaks and after handling the product.

Do not use as a tank mixture with chemical pesticides.

7.2Storage

Keep unopened in a dry and cool place at temperatures below + 8 °C. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.

7.3Specific use(s)

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8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1Exposure limit values

8.1.1HTP values (in Finland)

Organic dust, HTP (8h) = 5 mg/m3 (Finland), HTP (15 min) = 10 mg/m3 (Finland)

8.1.2Other limit values

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8.1.3Limit values in other countries

Particulates Not Otherwise Specified, TLV = 10 mg/m³ (TWA, E , I) USA, TLV = 3 mg/m³ (TWA, E, R) USA, Allgemeine Stäube, MAK = 4 mg/m³ (E) Germany

8.1.4DNELs

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8.1.5PNECs

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8.2Exposure controls

8.2.1Occupational exposure controls

Avoid exposure.

8.2.1.1Respiratory protection

Wear suitable respiratory equipment: respirator with combination filter for vapour/particulate (A + P2).

8.2.1.2Hand protection

Rubber or plastic gloves (e.g. nitrile).

8.2.1.3Eye protection

Goggles or face-shield.

8.2.1.4Skin protection

Suitable protective clothing (protective suit, rubber boots, hat).

8.2.2Environmental exposure controls

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9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1General information (physical state, colour and odour)

Pale powder, mild odour.

9.2Important health, safety and environmental information

9.2.1pH

Approx. 6.3 (1% suspension).

9.2.2Boiling point/boiling range

Not applicable.

9.2.3Flash point

Not applicable.

9.2.4Flammability (solid, gas)

Not applicable.

9.2.5Explosive properties

Not applicable.

9.2.6Oxidising properties

Not applicable.

9.2.7Vapour pressure

Not applicable.

9.2.8Relative density

Approx. 240 kg/cu.m.

9.2.9Solubility

Insoluble.

9.2.10Water solubility

Insoluble.

9.2.11Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water

Not applicable.

9.2.12Viscosity

Not applicable.

9.2.13Vapour density

Not applicable.

9.2.14Evaporation rate

Not applicable.

9.3Other information

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10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1Conditions to avoid

High temperatures (30 Celsius degrees), UV-light, irradiation

10.2Materials to avoid

Acids, bases, concentrated fertilizer liquids, chemical pesticides, food, drink, animal feeding stuffs.

10.3Hazardous decomposition products

Not applicable.

11.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1Acute toxicity

LD50/oral/rat > 2 g/kg.

LD50/dermal/rat > 2 g/kg.

Inhalation: Not toxic or pathogenic to rat.

11.2Irritation and corrosivity

Mild eye irritation.

11.3Sensitisation

May cause sensitization by skin contact.

11.4Sub-acute, sub-chronic and prolonged toxicity

No data available.

11.5Human health effects based on experience

No adverse effects observed when used according to the instructions.

11.6Other information on health effects

May cause sensitization by skin contact.

12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1Ecotoxicity

12.1.1Aquatic toxicity

Active ingredient:

LC50/30d/rainbow trout = 3.5*108 cfu/L (504 mg/L)

EC50/21d/daphnia = 5.5*106 cfu/L (7.8 mg/L)

12.1.2Toxicity to other organisms

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12.2Mobility

Gliocladium catenulatum -fungus is a natural habitant of soil.

12.3Persistence and degradability

12.3.1Biodegradation

Like other naturally occurring soil microbes.

12.3.2Chemical degradation

Like other naturally occurring soil microbes.

12.4Bioaccumulative potential

Do not accumulate

12.5Results of PBT assessment

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12.6Other adverse effects

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13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Empty packages can be disposed of together with households waste, when in compliance with local and national regulations. Left-over product wastes can be landfilled, when in compliance with local and national regulations.

14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1UN number

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14.2Packing group

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14.3Land transport

14.3.1Transport class

Not classified as dangerous goods.

14.3.2Risk code

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14.3.3Name according to bill of freight

Prestop Mix

14.3.4Other information

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14.4Sea transport

14.4.1IMDG class

Not classified as dangerous goods.

14.4.2Correct technical name

Prestop Mix

14.4.3Other information

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14.5Air transport

14.5.1ICAO/IATA class

Not classified as dangerous goods.

14.5.2Correct technical name

Prestop Mix

14.5.3Other information

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15.REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1Information on the label

15.1.1Danger symbols (letters) and indications of danger

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15.1.2Substances to be namedon the label

Dried spores and mycelium of Gliocladium catenulatum J1446

15.1.3R phrases

15.1.4S phrases

S2
S13
S22
S24
S29
S37 / Keep out of reach of children.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Do not breath dust.
Avoid contact with the skin.
Do not empty into drains.
Wear suitable gloves.

15.1.5Special provisions concerning the labelling of certain preparations

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15.1.6Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for the following substances

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15.2National regulations

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16.OTHER INFORMATION

16.1List of relevant R phrases

16.2Training advice

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16.3Recommended restrictions on use

Prestop Mix is not recommended for unrooted cuttings of woody ornamentals. It is also not

recommended for rock-wool cultivations. Prestop Mix can not be applied via drip irrigation system.

16.4Further information

The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification, since the conditions of the operations mentioned are beyond our control. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process unless specified in the text. Verdera Oy disclaims any liability for loss or damage resulting from the use of these data, information or suggestions.

16.5Sources of key data used to compile the Safety Data Sheet

Regulations, databases, literature, own tests.

16.6Information which has been added, deleted or revised

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